Panerai Luminor Venticinque PAM02025 "Paneristi 25th Anniversary"

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the inception of the Paneristi community, Panerai presents the new Luminor Venticinque PAM02025 at this year’s P-Day - the annual Paneristi gathering scheduled for October 4th, 2024, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Previewing exclusively at this event, the new watch, limited to 1000 pieces, will be made accessible to Paneristi for pre-order. Set to be released in September 2025, PAM02025 will be solely available to the community for a month before extending to the public.

Celebrating 25 years of the Paneristi community is a momentous occasion for Panerai. The dedication, passion and camaraderie of this remarkable group have been instrumental in shaping our journey. Designed with input from our loyal Paneristi, the new Luminor Venticinque embodies the values and rich history that unite us. We are honoured to unveil it at this year’s P-Day and look forward to many more years of shared passion, bond and innovation,” says Jean-Marc Pontroué, CEO of Panerai.

For years, Paneristi, a self-initiated group of now over 30,000 members worldwide, have proudly shared their enthusiasm and love for Panerai. With more than 30 hubs globally, each member contributes their experiences and stories, where everyone finds common ground in their passion. P-Day has since taken place all over the world, including Cologne, Frankfurt, New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, and more recently in Athens, Paris and Lisbon.

Over the years, several special models have been dedicated to the Paneristi, honouring the community’s passion and commitment to the Maison. The first release was the Luminor Marina PAM00195, introduced in 2004 with a 44mm case, followed by the Luminor PAM00360 in 2010, the Radiomir Paneristi Forever PAM00532 in 2013, the Luminor 15th Anniversary PAM00634 in 2015, the Luminor Marina 8 Days PAM00911 in 2017 until the Radiomir Paneristi 20th Anniversary PAM02020 in 2020. Each model represents a milestone in the enduring legacy of the community.

The new Luminor Venticinque PAM02025 follows suit – this time – to mark the quartercentury of Paneristi. Recognizing the importance they hold for the Maison, it was crafted in close collaboration with the aficionados, directly involving some members in the design phase. This process allowed for the incorporation of specific requests and preferences from the community, ensuring that the final design faithfully reflects the desires of the Maison’s enthusiasts.

Choosing such milestones is never easy. Working with Panerai team is an indescribable honor,” says Padraig Conway, founder of Paneristi.com, who was involved in designing the new timepiece. “This anniversary piece presents a unique assembly. The case honors the past, reminiscent of the PAM00127 that the Paneristi calls the ‘Fiddy’, echoing memories of historical releases like the 6152/1. The innovative increasing depth of blue dial as it seeks the face perimeter, complimented by a tan and blue strap choice, reminding us of the ocean as it boasts a quality 30-BAR depth.

The domed crystal offers a more interesting distortion to its iconic sandwich dial all captured within the new steel brunito case. It’s definitely a first of its kind in Panerai, and demonstrates the past and future can combine, seamlessly. PAM02025 reflects much history transferred into a modern collection piece. It’s a great segue for enthusiasts who want a case with historic connections. I often think of the joy this piece will bring and what it truly honors - 25 years of passion, corporate friendship, and an unparalleled community. I think it’s stunning and will be welcomed on all wrists, irrespective of nationality and gender.”

PAM02025, named after the 25th anniversary and launch year, is inspired by the Luminor PAM00127 reference from 2003. This model is well-known among Paneristi and affectionately referred to as “Fiddy” referencing the 1950 decal on the dial.

The new timepiece features a 44mm brunito steel case with a finish – developed by Panerai – that is achieved through a manual process that gives each piece a distinctive character. This method involves layering the steel with a PVD coating that is then manually reworked, creating an aged effect reminiscent of gun barrels. This handmade finishing process ensures that no two watches are exactly alike.

PAM02025 features a blue gradient sandwich dial paired with beige Super-LumiNova® X1 and a domed sapphire crystal, a nod to the Maison’s 1960s models created for the Italian Navy, enhancing the overall readability of the dial. Originally made from Plexiglas®, these crystals are now crafted from sapphire, formed of corundum, a very hard material that is second only to diamond, for elevated durability and resilience. The domed curvature not only improves the watch’s aesthetic but also accentuates the dial’s features, adding depth and dimension to the watch’s face especially underwater or in low-light conditions. Other historical elements include the golden colour pencil-style hands, which contrast elegantly with the blue dial and a lever bridge mounted downwards. On the earlier models developed for the Italian military, the lever was sometimes mounted in reverse, which made it easier for divers to operate the watch’s winding mechanism. These features pay homage to the historical tradition of Panerai’s military watches and their characteristic functional design while incorporating modern technology for improved usability. The lever bridge of the crown protecting device bears the inscription ‘Paneristi’ and the seethrough smoked crystal case back is decorated with the Paneristi 25th anniversary logo to commemorate this limited edition.

PAM02025 is powered by the P.6000 caliber, a manual-wind movement – exclusive to Panerai – bearing a 3-day power reserve that allows for a more hands-on experience for the user. The caliber is 15½ lignes in diameter and features a balance wheel oscillating at 21,600 vibrations per hour, stabilized by a traversing balance bridge for precise positioning. The open case back of the new timepiece allows for a view of the intricate movement, highlighting the technical proficiency and aesthetic of the watch. It embodies Panerai’s heritage, showcasing dedication to transparency and excellence in watchmaking.

With a water resistance of up to 30 BAR (~300 meters), the timepiece has been rigorously tested, subjecting it to a pressure up to 25% greater than the guaranteed water resistance value to ensure it exceeds Panerai’s stringent standards. The improved value is a significant milestone in a domain deeply intertwined with Panerai’s heritage that has consistently made the Maison a preferred choice. The watch case, sapphire crystal and crown-protecting device with lever work together to create a watertight seal, preventing moisture and dust from entering the movement.

The timepiece is paired with a vintage calf leather strap with a brunito trapezoidal buckle and an additional blue rubber strap is included. Each timepiece is presented in a special wooden box, a Panerai’s signature for its limited-edition releases.

Technical specifications

Panerai Luminor Venticinque PAM02025 "Paneristi 25th Anniversary"

Reference: PAM02025

Limited edition of 1,000 pieces

Case

• Material: Brunito Steel
• Brunito Steel bezel
• Diameter: 44mm
• Domed sapphire crystal
• See-through smoked crystal case back
• Water-resistant to 30 BAR (~300 meters)

Dial and hands

• Blue gradient sandwich with beige Super-LumiNova® X1

Movement

• Hand-wound mechanical, P.6000 calibre
• Diameter: 15 ½ lignes
• Thickness: 4.5 mm
• Number of jewels: 19
• Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
• Incabloc® anti-shock device. One barrel
• Number of parts: 110
• Power reserve of 72 hours

Functions/Indications

• Hours, minutes

Strap and buckle

• Calf with trapezoidal brunito steel buckle

MSRP: EUR 8'900

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